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2 weeks ago

Wall Street stairs due for new ‘do as ADA solicits local mural

The Asheville Downtown Association is asking Asheville artists to submit their qualifications to redesign and install a mural on the staircase at 43 Wall St. The project is intended to increase pedestrian traffic and improve quality of life along the city street.

2 weeks ago

Bat Cave fire chief invited to State of the Union

Chief Steve Freeman to be recognized for leadership during Tropical Storm Helene recovery

2 weeks ago

Asheville City SC to host SheBelieves Cup watch party March 1

Olde London Road to serve as official gathering spot; club also seeks new in-stadium PA announcer

2 weeks ago

Asheville Tourists eye April 21 opening day, tickets on sale today

Club unveils 2026 promotional schedule featuring fireworks, specialty jerseys and themed nights at newly renovated ballpark

2 weeks ago

Dry, gusty conditions elevate wildfire risk in Asheville area

Humidity drops into teens in parts of region; rain and possible storms arrive late week

2 weeks ago

Man arrested on fentanyl trafficking charges in West Asheville

Police say suspect found with more than 45 grams of fentanyl after trespassing call at Pisgah View Apartments

2 weeks ago

Icy roads prompt delays, closures for Asheville area schools

North Buncombe schools closed; several Western North Carolina districts shift to remote learning

3 weeks ago

Fringe Fest returns for its 24th weird year with over 70 arts events

The 24th Asheville Fringe Arts Festival will return to the city March 15-22, bringing more than 70 different experimental, offbeat, always-interesting arts events with it.

3 weeks ago

Early voting continues across Buncombe County despite wintry weather

More than 13,500 ballots cast as turnout outpaces recent primaries; all 11 sites open through Feb. 28

3 weeks ago

FEMA dispute stalls Asheville-area infrastructure projects

State asks court to force reinstatement of $200 million resilience program for North Carolina communities

3 weeks ago

Power outages reported across Asheville area amid bitter cold

Hundreds of outages reported near New Leicester Highway and Lake Lure

3 weeks ago

Asheville seeks public input on French Broad, Azalea park rebuilds

Community workshop Feb. 28 to focus on Azalea area and French Broad River redesign after Helene flooding

3 weeks ago

People at Work: Hayler on a path between film reviews and food runs

23-year-old creative writing student prepares for graduation while working the floor at Pizza Mind

3 weeks ago

Icy roads create hazardous travel conditions across Asheville area

Drivers report vehicles sliding off roads and poor visibility

3 weeks ago

UPDATED: Wintry weather triggers school delays, remote learning

Schools across Asheville area adjust schedules because of wintry weather

3 weeks ago

Dangerous winter weather develops along NC-TN border

National Weather Service warns of hazardous commutes and wind chills below zero

3 weeks ago

Newly sworn Asheville police officer charged with assault

Internal investigation launched after Palisades Circle incident

3 weeks ago

Asheville police averaged two overdose calls per day in 2025

APD responded to 521 overdose incidents, down 187 from 2023 peak

3 weeks ago

Voices for the voiceless: Buncombe’s Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers

About 325 children at a time rely on volunteers to speak for their best interests in court

3 weeks ago

Strangeville: Linville Hermit disappearance remains a mystery

A man known locally as the Linville Hermit is said to have vanished from his mountain cabin in the 1800s. No official record exists, but the story has remained part of local folklore for generations.

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Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep

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British rock star Morrissey won't perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night's rest, the former frontman of The Smiths said Thursday.

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Two long-lost episodes of ‘Doctor Who’ have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them

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